Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe with Fresh Basil and Spice
Easy Thai Drunken Noodles with fresh basil and spice is a quick, better-than-takeout dinner ready in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to authentic Thai flavor is in the sauce. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Healthy Orange Chicken and Easy Lemon Cucumber Couscous Salad.
Why This Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe with Fresh Basil and Spice Is Pure Comfort
- Authentic Thai flavor in 20 minutes
- Better than takeout, cheaper too
- Customizable spice level for everyone
What You'll Need for Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe with Fresh Basil and Spice
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Wide rice noodles
- Shrimp or chicken
- Bok choy
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Fish sauce
- Palm sugar
- Bird's eye chili
- Optional: Fresh basil
- Optional: Green onions
- Optional: Lime wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Wide rice noodles: Use fresh noodles if possible, they're more authentic.
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How to Make Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe with Fresh Basil and Spice
- Prepare Ingredients: Soak noodles, mince garlic and ginger, slice protein, chop bok choy.
- Make Sauce: Combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, palm sugar, and chili.
- Stir-fry: Cook protein, add noodles, bok choy, and sauce. Toss until coated.
- Serve: Garnish with basil, green onions, and lime wedges.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe with Fresh Basil and Spice
- : Use high heat for a quick, authentic stir-fry.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the noodles. If they become mushy, start over with fresh noodles.
- : Adjust the spice level by changing the amount of chili.
Storing & Reheating Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe with Fresh Basil and Spice
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the sauce and slice ingredients ahead of time.
Freezing Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe with Fresh Basil and Spice
Freeze uncooked noodles for up to 1 month.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use a wok for even heat distribution.
- Best substitution: Use firm tofu instead of shrimp or chicken for a vegetarian version.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and slice ingredients ahead of time.
- Scaling: This recipe scales easily. Just adjust the noodles and sauce quantities.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it with a bit of water.
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Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe with Fresh Basil and Spice
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Wide rice noodles
- Shrimp or chicken
- Bok choy
- Garlic
- Ginger
Seasonings
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Fish sauce
- Palm sugar
- Bird's eye chili
Optional Toppings
- Fresh basil
- Green onions
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Soak noodles, mince garlic and ginger, slice protein, chop bok choy.
- Make Sauce: Combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, palm sugar, and chili.
- Stir-fry: Cook protein, add noodles, bok choy, and sauce. Toss until coated.
- Serve: Garnish with basil, green onions, and lime wedges.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use a wok for even heat distribution.
- Best substitution: Use firm tofu instead of shrimp or chicken for a vegetarian version.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and slice ingredients ahead of time.
- Scaling: This recipe scales easily. Just adjust the noodles and sauce quantities.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it with a bit of water.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked noodles for up to 1 month.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare the sauce and slice ingredients ahead of time.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 2300mg
- Cholesterol: 150mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe with Fresh Basil and Spice FAQs
Prepare the sauce and slice ingredients ahead of time. Cook just before serving for best results.
You may have overcooked the noodles or not added enough sauce. Try starting over with fresh noodles and adjust the sauce quantity.
Yes, pressure cook the noodles for 2 minutes at high pressure with a quick release. Stir-fry the rest of the ingredients separately.
Use brown sugar as a substitute. It won't be exactly the same, but it will work in a pinch.
This recipe scales easily. Just adjust the noodles and sauce quantities to feed more people.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Thai Drunken Noodles Recipe with Fresh Basil and Spice and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
